Sample some of southern Ontario's finest craft beers, and a selection of international whiskies and scotches.
Up and coming independent bands perform original and cover songs to create the perfect soundtrack for the event.
Get involved! Next Gen unites a new generation of local volunteers and community builders.

FIRST ANNUAL NEXT GEN SIGNATURE EVENT

JOIN UNITED WAY NEXT GEN IN A CELEBRATION OF GOOD FRIENDS AND GOOD MUSIC WHILE SAMPLING LOCAL AND INDEPENDENT BEER AND WHISKY.

This signature event will feature over a dozen beer & whisky brands from Ontario and around the globe. Have you ever wondered what "single malt" means? Do you know the difference between an "ale" and a "lager"? HopScotch will feature beer and whisky connoisseurs who will provide specialized tours and information sessions to enhance your tasting experience.

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CELEBRATING MUSIC

A GOOD DRINK DESERVES A GOOD SOUNDTRACK. ENJOY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN THE BABY GRAND THEATRE FOR HOPSCOTCH.

In between grooving to live music, take in special tasting sessions and learn about the beverages you can sample at HopScotch. Expert beer and whisky connoisseurs will be on stage every 45 minutes.

ManCub

3:45-4:30pm

All Systems Go

4:45-5:30pm

Tracycally Hip

5:45-6:30pm

  • + MANCUB

  • Man Cub is a Canadian powerpop band from Kingston, Ontario. They play high energy music that draws influence from many different genres. The band is currently working on their debut 5 song called "Little Games", set to be released soon.

  • + ALL SYSTEMS GO

  • All Systems Go is a modern rock cover band and they are ready to rock. From the Kingston area, the group got together with the basic desire to play music that people want to hear. They cover songs by artists such as the Foo Fighters, Florence and the Machine, Hole, Feist, Pearl Jam and plenty more.

  • + TRACYCALLY HIP

  • Kingston's premier salute to one of Canada's greatest bands, The Tragically Hip. Tracycally Hip plays all your favourite Hip Tunes from 1983 to the present day. You will not be disappointed.

EVENT INFORMATION

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HOPSCOTCH IS A CELEBRATION OF LOCAL AND INDEPENDENT BEER, WHISKY AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT. IT INTENDS TO DELIVER GOOD DRINKS, GOOD MUSIC AND A GOOD TIME TO KINGSTON.
HopScotch is a fundraising event, organized and run by volunteers from the United Way KFLA Next Gen initiative May 19, 2012 will mark the very first HopScotch event, so your attendance is important to helping make it a success. All proceeds from this event will go to United Way KFLA.

  • + WHEN AND WHERE
  • Saturday, May 19 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Grand Theatre 218 Princess Street, Kingston, ON
  • + TICKETS
  • $20 plus applicable taxes and fees. Available from The Grand Theatre box office or buy online. Contact the box office at 613-530-2050 for ticketing information and wheelchair accessibility. This is a licensed event, restricted to persons 19 years of age or older. Proof of age is required for entry.
  • + GET INVOLVED: SPONSORED & VOLUNTEERS WANTED
  • You can help make HopScotch a success. Please inquire about available sponsorship opportunities and volunteer opportunities. Call 613-542-2674 for other questions or more information.
  • + ABOUT UNITED WAY NEXT GEN
  • Next Gen aims to engage a new generation of community stakeholders, encouraging them to invest their time, energy and money through the United Way. The Next Gen movement provides opportunities for young professionals to become an integral part of our community, and help bring about change in areas that are meaningful.
  • + JOIN THE NEXT GEN MOVEMENT! PLEASE CONTACT
  • Call 613-542-2674 or email at campaign@unitedwaykfla.ca Follow us on Facebook